Wednesday, 16th March 2005 (3887 views)

A metal detector in West Norfolk has discovered a collection of Roman treasures.

Stephen Brown, a metal detector enthusiast from Kings Lynn, discovered second century bronze coins and a gold ring dating from the fourth century.

The piece of jewellery, around 3mm across in size, was slightly "squashed" when Mr Brown discovered the items on farmland in the area, according to Kings Lynn Today.

London's British Museum is now analysing the items and any profits will be split between Mr Brown and the farmer who owns the land the items were found on.

An inquest in Lynn's St Margaret's House saw the items declared as treasure trove.

 

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